JOURNAL ARTICLE

Anne of a Different Island.

  • Published In: Publishers Weekly, 2025, v. 272, n. 45. P. 29 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article reviews "Anne of a Different Island," a novel by Virginia Kantra that serves as an homage to "Anne of Green Gables." The story follows schoolteacher Anne Gallagher as she returns to Mackinac Island, Michigan, for her father's funeral, while navigating her relationship with her boyfriend, Chris, and her interactions with local friends and family. The plot unfolds predictably, with Anne grappling with her feelings for Joe Miller, a former classmate, as she questions her future. While the novel has some appealing elements, it ultimately lacks depth in character development and may disappoint fans of the original work. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publishers Weekly. 2025/11, Vol. 272, Issue 45, p29
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:189536731
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